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Share Market News

ASX 200 resilient in face of latest RBA interest rate increase

| Bernd Struben

ASX 200 investors had widely been expecting the RBA to increase interest rates again today.

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Share Market News

Worst fortnight in 4 years: How the Iran war is affecting ASX shares

| Bronwyn Allen

Since the war began, the ASX 200 has fallen 6.5%, and the ASX All Ords has dropped 6.65%.

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Opinions

A stock market crash feels like it might be imminent

| Grace Alvino

Rising geopolitical tensions and market volatility are making some investors uneasy.

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Opinions

How investing $50 a day into ASX shares could become $1 million faster than you think

| Tristan Harrison

Long-term saving and investing are essential for building wealth.

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Share Market News

US$100 oil is a big deal for every ASX share. Here's why

| Sebastian Bowen

Higher oil prices flow through to every corner of the economy.

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Share Market News

The one question I always ask before buying an ASX share

| Grace Alvino

If a stock stopped moving for three years, would you still want to own it?

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Share Market News

Game on! BHP retakes biggest ASX stock crown as CBA shares sink

| Bernd Struben

The battle of the top ASX titans continues, with BHP edging out CBA to win back the crown.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 lifts to record high amid strong earnings and new jobs data

| Bronwyn Allen

Earnings season continues with Telstra, Brambles, Sonic Healthcare, and Hub24 impressing the market today.

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Recent Share Market News

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Share Market News

AGL Energy unlocks value with $750m Tilt Renewables stake sale

| Laura Stewart

AGL Energy unlocks $750 million from divesting its Tilt Renewables stake, supporting strategic growth and the company’s clean energy ambitions.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie says this 'key pick' in the real estate sector can deliver strong double-digit gains

| Cameron England

This real estate-exposed company can deliver solid shareholder returns.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie upgrades this ASX 200 stock to 'outperform'; tips 16% upside

| Kevin Gandiya

Trading volumes are rising, competition is easing, and valuation looks attractive.

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Broker Notes

Down 60% this year, does Macquarie think IDP Education shares can turnaround?

| Kevin Gandiya

The stock has been crushed, but one major broker thinks the worst may be behind it.

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Share Market News

DroneShield locks in $7.6m US order and sees order book surge in 2025

| Laura Stewart

DroneShield secures a new $7.6 million US order and reports strong growth in order volume for 2025.

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Share Market News

Monadelphous lifts FY26 revenue outlook with strong first-half guidance

| Laura Stewart

Monadelphous expects $1.5 billion revenue for H1 FY26 after a strong start and major contract wins.

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Share Market News

CBA is a great company, but I think this ASX stock is a better investment

| Tristan Harrison

This business has more attractive features than CBA.

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Share Market News

These are the 10 most shorted ASX shares

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares short sellers are targeting this week.

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Broker Notes

Morgans names 3 ASX 200 shares to buy in November

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares the broker is bullish on right now.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Monday

| James Mickleboro

A decent start to the week is expected for Aussie investors.

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Share Market News

ASX 200 energy shares lead the market again

| Bronwyn Allen

ASX 200 energy shares ascended 1% while the broader market finished the week in the red, down 1.26%.

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Broker Notes

Top brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy next week

| James Mickleboro

Brokers gave buy ratings to these ASX shares last week. Why are they bullish?

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Broker Notes

Buy, hold, sell: Amcor, NAB, and Woodside shares

| James Mickleboro

Are these blue chips buys? Let's find out.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names more of the best ASX shares to buy in November

| James Mickleboro

These shares are highly rated by the broker. Let’s find out why.

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Broker Notes

These ASX 200 shares could rise 40% to 60%

| James Mickleboro

Analysts have tipped these shares to smash the market. Let's see why.

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Share Market News

Can Harvey Norman pull off another Santa Rally?

| Marc Van Dinther

Brokers think there's more to come from the retailer stock.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

It was a sour end to the trading week for investors this Friday.

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Consumer Staples & Discretionary Shares

2 ASX consumer staples shares to sell now: experts

| Bronwyn Allen

Two experts are now calling for investors to sell two of the largest ASX consumer staples shares on the market.

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Broker Notes

Brokers name 3 ASX shares to buy today

| James Mickleboro

Here's why brokers are feeling bullish about these three shares this week.

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Share Gainers

3 ASX 200 stocks storming higher in this week's falling market

| Bernd Struben

These three ASX 200 stocks are leaping higher this week despite the broader market retrace. But why?

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Share Fallers

Why Alliance, Block, DroneShield, and Macquarie shares are tumbling today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week in the red. But why?

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Broker Notes

Macquarie tips 37% upside for Steadfast shares

| Leigh Gant

Analysts see brighter days ahead for this insurance heavyweight after a sharp pullback in October.

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Share Gainers

Why ASX, Lynas, News Corp, and Solvar shares are storming higher today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are ending the week on a high. Let's find out why.

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Broker Notes

Macquarie tips 17% return for this high-flying ASX 200 stock

| James Mickleboro

Let's see why the broker is feeling bullish about this stock.

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Share Market News

Light & Wonder expands buy-back to ASX CDIs: Key details for shareholders

| Laura Stewart

Light & Wonder is extending its US$1.5bn buy-back to ASX-listed CDIs, with around US$705m capacity remaining.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

Takeover bid launched for childcare operator

| Cameron England

A takeover bid has been launched for an ASX-listed childcare operator, with its larger rival saying it makes sense to…

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Broker Notes

Down 10% in a day! Why this ASX stock could now deliver market-beating returns

| James Mickleboro

Bell Potter is urging investors to buy the dip.

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Opinions

2 incredible ASX shares to buy in November

| Tristan Harrison

This could be a great time to buy these investments.

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Share Market News

5 things to watch on the ASX 200 on Friday

| James Mickleboro

Will the market end the week positively? Let's find out.

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Broker Notes

Why Macquarie expects Pexa shares to surge 29%

| Bernd Struben

Macquarie forecasts some outsized gains from Pexa shares. But why?

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Share Market News

Growthpoint offers a 7% yield and the market's barely noticing

| Kevin Gandiya

Investors are ignoring the this ASX REIT's income play.

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Share Market News

The GPT Group lifted its 2025 guidance after a strong September quarter

| Laura Stewart

The GPT Group has upgraded its 2025 financial guidance after reporting strong occupancy and sales growth across its investment portfolio.

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Share Gainers

Here are the top 10 ASX 200 shares today

| Sebastian Bowen

This Thursday was a happy one for most investors.

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Broker Notes

Bell Potter names the best ASX shares to buy in November

| James Mickleboro

Let's see which shares the broker is bullish on this month.

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Share Market News

James Hardie Industries shares tumble 13% after ASX queries sudden price drop

| Laura Stewart

James Hardie Industries shares dropped sharply after the ASX queried unusual trading activity and sought confirmation on disclosure compliance.

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Financial Shares

3 ASX 200 financial shares to sell in today's rich market

| Bronwyn Allen

Financials is the only sector out of 11 market sectors trading in the red on Thursday.

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Share Fallers

Why DroneShield, James Hardie, NAB, and Westpac shares are sinking today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are under pressure on Thursday. But why?

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Broker Notes

Broker tips this ASX penny stock to double

| Aaron Bell

This penny stock could be set for significant growth.

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Share Gainers

Why Aeris, Amcor, Light & Wonder, and Magnetic Resources shares are rising today

| James Mickleboro

These shares are having a strong session on Thursday. But why?

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Broker Notes

What does Macquarie think Goodman Group shares are worth?

| James Mickleboro

Is it a good time to buy this blue chip stock? Let's find out.

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